How many syllables in “director”?
syllables in "director"
Word details
Syllables
3
di · rec · tor
Letters
8
d · i · r · e · c · t · o · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “director”
The word “director” contains 3 syllables, divided as di · rec · tor. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "director" have?
"director" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "director" into syllables?
"director" is divided into syllables as: di · rec · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "director"?
The Scrabble score for "director" is 11 points.
Using “director” in writing
Three-syllable words like "director" (di · rec · tor) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “director” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “director”
The letters in “director” can be rearranged to spell one other word: creditor.